Subvention

Pronunciation: /səbˈvɛn.ʃən/

Definitions of subvention

noun a grant of money, especially from a government or other authority, to support a particular project or activity

Example Sentences

A1 The government provides subventions to help small businesses.

A2 The local council offers subventions to support community projects.

B1 Non-profit organizations often rely on subventions to fund their activities.

B2 The research institute received a subvention from the government for their latest project.

C1 The university secured a substantial subvention to expand its research facilities.

C2 The arts organization received a generous subvention from a private donor to fund their upcoming exhibition.

Examples of subvention in a Sentence

formal The government provides a subvention to support the arts and culture sector.

informal The organization received a subvention to help cover their operating costs.

slang I heard they're giving out subventions for small businesses in the area.

figurative His generosity acted as a subvention for those in need during the difficult times.

Grammatical Forms of subvention

• plural: subventions
• present tense: subvention
• future tense: will subvention
• perfect tense: has subventioned
• continuous tense: is subventioning
• singular: subvention
• positive degree: more subvention
• infinitive: to subvention
• gerund: subventioning
• participle: subventioned

Origin and Evolution of subvention

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'subvention' originated from the Latin word 'subventio', which means a grant or aid.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 15th century to refer to a grant or aid given by a government or organization, the word 'subvention' has evolved to also encompass financial assistance or support provided to individuals or groups.